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What to Do in Miami in June 2018

May 29, 2018


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The American Black Film Festival Unites 10,000+ Movie Lovers for a Week of Star-Studded Film Screenings

May 17, 2018


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2018 ABFF celebrity ambassador, Jay Ellis, on celebrating Black movies and what’s in store for “Lawrence” on HBO’s ‘Insecure’

April 26, 2018


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Jay Ellis says ABFF Alum Omari Hardwick was pivotal in him landing the role of Lawrence on the beloved HBO show.

April 25, 2018


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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Black Panther’ Director Ryan Coogler Returns To ABFF To Headline Talk Series

April 20, 2018


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